Primary Health Tasmania

30/01/2026

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | We are recruiting to the following positions:

* Manager – Contractor Relationships. Lead and strengthen partnerships with our commissioned service providers. Full-time (or by negotiation), ongoing, based in Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone. Applications close Sunday 1 February.

* Lead - Commissioning Reform. Drive reform in health service design, commissioning and delivery. Full-time, ongoing, based in Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone. Applications close Tuesday 3 February.

* Advisor - Contract Relationships. Use your contract management and stakeholder engagement skills to support strong partnerships statewide. Full-time, ongoing, based in Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone. Applications close Wednesday 11 February.

All roles offer not‑for‑profit salary packaging, generous leave and family care benefits, discounted private health insurance, and access to the Fitness Passport program (cost‑effective gym membership).

Hybrid working options are available after a probationary period.

Learn more and apply via tasp.hn/careers

29/01/2026

SHOWCASING INNOVATION | The latest edition of Primary Health Tasmania’s biannual magazine, Primary Health Matters, is out now!

You can read the latest magazine online here: tasp.hn/phmatters-21

In this edition, we feature stories about:

- how Cornerstone Youth Services is strengthening the mental health workforce through a personalised approach to professional development and staff wellbeing
- finding strength in isolation, as the Horizons program helps a man in remote Tasmania rebuild confidence and connection
- a group of passionate doctors empowering their fellow GPs to support transgender patients in practice.

Thank you to everyone who shared their stories of healthcare innovation and impact for this edition. We look forward to readers exploring these stories.

Mental Health Lived Experience Tasmania Cornerstone Youth ServicesAnglicare Tas Baptcare headspace LauncestonDepartment of Health, Tasmania Rural Alive & Well

23/01/2026

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | We are recruiting to the following positions:

* Manager – Contractor Relationships. This full-time (or by negotiation) permanent position blends senior leadership with hands-on delivery to manage and strengthen partnerships with our commissioned service providers. It can be based in Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone. Applications close Sunday 1 February.

* Lead - Commissioning Reform. This full-time, permanent role will lead reforms in health service design, service commissioning and delivery – from concept to implementation. It can be based in Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone. Applications close Tuesday 3 February.

Both roles attract not-for-profit salary packaging as well as other benefits including generous leave and family care benefits; discounted private health insurance; and access to the Fitness Passport program (cost-effective gym membership).

Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Want to know more? Go to tasp.hn/careers

12/01/2026

AFTER HOURS CARE | Do you know where to go for health care when your regular GP is closed?

Knowing the right service for your situation helps you get care quicker and supports our healthcare system.

Swipe through to see where to go if you:
🚑 have an emergency
🩺 need to see a doctor urgently
💊 need medicine or a medical certificate
🧠 need mental health support

Always try to contact your regular GP first. If you’re not sure which option is best for you, free call Healthdirect Australia on 1800 022 222 to speak with a registered nurse for advice.

Find local services, opening hours, and more at the link below.
🔗 tasafterhours.com

09/01/2026

CAREER OPPORTUNITY | We are recruiting a Senior Administration Officer.

This full-time, ongoing position will be based in our Hobart office and is an essential part of keeping the wheels turning.

The role attracts not-for-profit salary packaging as well as other benefits including generous leave and family care benefits; discounted private health insurance; and access to the Fitness Passport program (cost-effective gym membership).

Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Applications close on Wednesday 21 January.

Visit tasp.hn/careers to learn more.

24/12/2025

AFTER HOURS CARE: Know your options this festive season.

If you need care after regular business hours, there are several services available, depending on your needs. Emergency departments are for emergencies only.

Visit tasafterhours.com for information on services available now.

22/12/2025

YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH | This morning we joined Julie Collins MP on a visit to the brand new headspace Eastern Shore, which opened its doors in Rosny Park today.

Located at 120 Cambridge Road, the new centre is open Monday to Friday, and no referral is needed – people can simply walk in.

headspace centres offer free services to people aged 12 to 25 and families who are looking for support with mental health, physical health, alcohol and other drugs, or work and study.

The Australian Government funds the Tasmanian headspace centres through Primary Health Tasmania (Tasmania PHN), and Primary Health Tasmania has commissioned service provider Each to establish and operate headspace Eastern Shore.

Congratulations to the many people across a range of organisations who worked hard to get to this point. Look at those smiles, ready to welcome visitors!

To learn more, go to tasp.hn/headspaceESopens

19/12/2025

URGENT CARE | Tasmania's newest Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has opened in Sorell!

It's always best to see your regular GP about health matters, but if something urgent comes up and you can't access your usual care team - Medicare Urgent Care Clinics can help.

The Sorell clinic at 12 Cole Street provides bulk-billed medical care over extended hours. It's open seven days a week, initially from 10am to 8pm - hours will be extended early next year, once renovations are completed.

We joined Rebecca White, Sorell Family Practice manager Kerri Mus, Mayor Janet Gatehouse, ForHealth CEO Andrew Cohen (all pictured below) and other stakeholders at the official opening of the clinic this morning.

Primary Health Tasmania selected ForHealth to operate the Sorell Medicare Urgent Care Clinic following an open competitive tender process. ForHealth is operating the clinic in partnership with the Sorell Family Practice.

To read our full media release, go to: tasp.hn/SorellMedicareUCC

If it's a life-threatening emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).

09/12/2025

FAMILY AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE | Primary care providers across Tasmania now have access to free training to better support victim-survivors of family and sexual violence.

We’ve partnered with the University of Melbourne’s Safer Families Centre who will deliver this program, funded under an Australian Government pilot.

The program offers online modules for all primary care providers and face-to-face workshops for general practice staff and Aboriginal health services, helping them identify, respond to and refer patients experiencing family and sexual violence.

This initiative aims to build confidence and embed trauma-informed approaches, increasing the likelihood of victim-survivors receiving timely support.

Express interest in the training and read more on our website here: tasp.hn/FDSV.

Thanks to 7NEWS Tasmania for covering this important topic.

05/12/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES | We are recruiting to the following positions:

* Primary Health Consultant – Evidence in Practice. This full-time maximum-term contract position is a hands-on role supporting the development and delivery of clinical education, tools and resources. It can be based in Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone. Applications close Sunday 4 January.

* Executive Assistant to our new CEO. This full-time, ongoing position will be based in our Hobart office and requires outstanding skills in strategic communication, negotiation, and gatekeeping across diverse stakeholder groups – including government, the Board, and staff. Applications close Sunday 7 December.

Both roles attract not-for-profit salary packaging as well as other benefits including generous leave and family care benefits; discounted private health insurance; and access to the Fitness Passport program (cost-effective gym membership).

Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Want to know more? Go to tasp.hn/careers

27/11/2025

CAREER OPPORTUNITY | We are seeking an Executive Assistant for our new CEO.

This full-time, ongoing position will be based in our Hobart office and requires outstanding skills in strategic communication, negotiation, and gatekeeping across diverse stakeholder groups – including government, the Board, and staff.

The role attracts not-for-profit salary packaging as well as other benefits including generous leave and family care benefits; discounted private health insurance; and access to the Fitness Passport program (cost-effective gym membership).

Hybrid working options (blend of working from the office and home) are available after a probationary period.

Applications close on Sunday 7 December.

Visit tasp.hn/careers to learn more.

25/11/2025

ANTIMICROBIAL AWARENESS | Protecting lifesaving treatment.

Antimicrobials include antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals and antiparasitic medicines and they save lives. But they only work if they remain effective against the germs causing infection.

Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change so that medicines can no longer kill them. These resistant infections can last longer, become more severe, and spread more easily. They pose a major threat to human health, as well as animals, plants and the environment.

How to help protect antimicrobials for the future:
• Only take antimicrobials when they’re prescribed for you. Antibiotics won’t help with viral infections such as colds, COVID-19 or the flu.
• Don’t keep leftover medicines or share them with others – it may not be the right treatment or dose for your needs.
• Follow your treatment exactly as directed by your health professional.

It’s World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (November 18-24).

❓What are Antimicrobials? Antimicrobials include antibiotic, antiviral, antifungal and antiparasitic medicines. They can be lifesaving, but only if they stay effective against the germ causing the infection.

🦠 Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites change so the antimicrobial medicines can no longer kill them.

🥴 Antimicrobial-resistant infections can become difficult or impossible to treat, which can be life-threatening. Bacterial infections that are resistant to antibiotics can last longer, have more severe complications, and be more likely to spread to other people.

Antimicrobial resistance is a threat to animals, plants and the environment as well as humans. It is important that everyone uses antimicrobials carefully and appropriately.

How you can help stop antimicrobial resistance:

👉 Only take antimicrobials as prescribed by your doctor. Antibiotics won’t help you get better if you have a virus, like colds, COVID-19 and the flu, and many common minor conditions.

👉 Don’t save antimicrobial prescriptions for later or take someone else’s—you might not be getting the right treatment, at the right dose, for your needs.